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Old UK Print Ads @oldukprintads.bsky.social · Apr 15
A quick intro to pre-decimal currency:

farthing = 0.25d == 0.1p
halfpenny = 0.5d == 0.21p
1d = penny == 0.42p
3d = thruppence == 1.25p
6d = sixpence == 2.5p
12d = 1s (one shilling) == 5p
one florin = 2s == 10p
one crown = 5s == 25p
20s = £1 (one pound) == £1
1gn (one guinea) = 21s = £1 1s == £1.05
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Oct 1972: Steam-or-Dry Iron ad from Hoover

(+Steam or Dry Iron with water gauge; Spray, Steam or Dry Iron; and Dry Iron)

«Hoover help you smooth things over.»
This is a vintage advertisement for Hoover irons. It depicts a whimsical illustration of a couple with an iron and a clock and includes details about the advanced features of the iron, such as the steam setting, fabric guide temperature control, and diamond sole-plate. It lists different models of the iron with their prices. Hoover help you smooth things over. PAGE 16 SUNDAY MIRROR, October 8, 1972 Nothing keeps a home happy like a Hoover Steam or Dry Iron. It irons shirts so crisply they brighten the most liverish husband's morning. Presses clothes so spick and span your kids are proud to dirty them! Just look at its advanced features, and you'll be the happiest one of all. Besides a steam setting for all normal family ironing, there's a 5-position fabric guide temperature control for dry ironing absolutely anything. The flex fits either in the left or the right side. And unlike any other iron, there's a diamond sole- plate on its base that spreads the steam evenly over whatever you're ironing. All for a happy low price too! Hoover make things better for you. Model 4004 Steam or Dry Iron - unbeatable value at £6-36. Other irons in the Hoover range: Model 4005 WG Steam or Dry Iron with water gauge.£7-44.* Model 4404 Spray, Steam or Dry Iron £7-77.* Model 4404CS. As 4404 with special non-stick sole-plate, £8-75.* Model 4354 Dry Iron, £5-14.* (*Recommended prices.)
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Oct 1977: 8 Day Carriage Clock ad from Debenhams

(+Staiger Model 100 Carriage; Cassio L.C.D./Stopwatch; Timeband Ladies L.C.D. Watch; Timeband L.C.D. Watch; Timeband Electronic Clock; Royal Decor Glass Clock; Smiths Denver Kitchen Clock; Europa Travel Alarm; and Copper Double Bell Alarm)
An advertisement for various timekeeping devices, including carriage clocks, electronic clocks, LCD watches, kitchen clocks, and travel alarms. It highlights Debenhams' option account. Save Time at Debenhams PAGE 16 SUNDAY MIRROR, October 23, 1977 Smiths Denver Kitchen Clock Economically Priced Battery Operated 12 months guarantee MRP £7.95 Now £4.95 Copper Double Bell Alarm* Luminous Dial, 30 hour movement. £4.95 Now £3.95 Staiger Model 100 Carriage* Quartz Movement, Brass Case Satin Finish. MRP £34.95 Now £29.95 Timeband Electronic Clock* Silent Operation, Snooze Button, Solid State accuracy and reliability. MRP £15.50 Now £14.95 Timeband Ladies L.C.D. Watch* 5 Function. Constant Display Attractive Slim Case, 12 months guarantee. Our Price £23.95 Royal Decor Glass Clock. Battery Operated 3 edged in 22 carat gold various designs Our Price £9.95 Europa Travel Alarm £4.95 Range of travel alarms from £3.50 Timeband L.C.D. Watch* Constant Display HR/MIN or DATE/MONTH Metal Bracelet, Back Light, free replacement battery voucher Our Price £19.95 Cassio L.C.D./Stopwatch Constan Display of all time functions from month to second. Stopwatch Facilit Backlight, Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet. Our Price £29.95 Debenhams OPTION ACCOUNT The monthly charge account -such an easy way to pay. *Subject to availabili Debenhams/Oxford St. London W1 and your local Debenhams store in: BANGOR BEDFORD BIRMINGHAM BOURNEMOUTH BRADFORD BRIGHTON BRISTOL (Broadmead & Queens Road, Clift BROMLEY CANTERBURY CHELMSFORD CROYDON DERBY EASTBOURNE EXETER FOLKESTONE GILLINGHAM GLOUCESTER GREAT YARMOUTH GUILDFORD HARROGATE HARRO HASTINGS HULL IPSWICH KINGS LYNN LEAMINGTON SPA LEEDS LUTON MANCHESTER MANSFIELD MIDDLESBROUGH NEWCASTLE (Staffs) NORTHAMPTON NORWICH NOTTINGH NUNEATON OXFORD PLYMOUTH READING ROMFORD SALISBURY SCARBOROUGH SHEFFIELD SOUTHAMPTON SOUTHPORT SOUTHSEA STAINES STIRLING STOCKT STRATFORD upon AVON SWINDON TAUNTON TORQUAY WALSALL WEYMOUTH WIGAN WINCHESTER WORCESTER WORTHING YORK ...
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Oct 1935: Coffee ad from Camp

«... men are so fussy about their Coffee...»
This is a vintage advertisement for a coffee product, featuring two women in hats. The ad claims the coffee is consistently delicious and easy to make, catering to those who are particular about their coffee. ... men are so fussy about their Coffee... That's because badly made coffee is so terrible and well- made coffee so delicious. But if you always use “Camp” you simply can't make any mistakes. “Camp” Coffee is always delicious because it's already made for you by experts. The flavour must be right every time. You simply add hot water and, if desired, milk and sugar. FOR STRENGTH AND FLAVOUR Per bottle: 51D9D1/534 Sold only in Sealed Cartons
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Oct 1960: Egg-And-Bacon Tart ad from Unknown

(+Eggs; Milk; Bacon; Tomatoes; and Short-Crust Pastry)

«Egg-and-bacon tart takes three eggs, half a pint of milk, streaky bacon, tomatoes, and some short-crust pastry»
This is a newspaper advert from 1960 providing a recipe for egg-and-bacon tart which takes three eggs, half a pint of milk, streaky bacon, tomatoes, and some short-crust pastry, costing 3/5d at the time. The advert also describes this grub as 'lovely' and having 'lots of protein'. Egg-and-bacon tart takes three eggs, half a pint of milk, streaky bacon, tomatoes, and some short-crust pastry costs about 3/5d* Lovely grub— and lots of protein' RECIPE Make 6 oz. of pastry. (Your usual short crust.) Line a 7" flan tin. Criss-cross 4 streaky bacon rashers. Add lb. sliced tomatoes. Pour in 3 standard eggs beaten into pt. seasoned milk. Bake 350° (Reg. 4) until custard sets. About 30 minutes. Enough for four people. *Costed on typical prices at the time of going to press- October 7, 1960
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Old UK Print Ads @oldukprintads.bsky.social · 11h
Oct 1924: Ovaltine ad

(+Milk; Eggs; and Malt Extract)

«VOTE for Delicious OVALTINE and a Sound Constitution»
An advertisement advocating drinking Ovaltine tonic food beverage to gain a sound constitution. It features the Houses of Parliament and people walking along a street. VOTE for Delicious OVALTINE and a Sound Constitution TONIC FOOD BEVERAGE UNTOUCHED BY HAND AN IDEAL BEVERAGE A COMPLETE FOOD TONIC FOOD BEVERAGE CONCENTRATED MALT EXTRACT MILK AND EGGS IN SOLUBLE GRANULES P297
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From Australia, Oct 1949: 50-50 Fruit Juice Cordial ad from Kia-ora (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Kia-Ora Orange; Kia-Ora Lemon; Kia-Ora Fruit Cup; Kia-Ora Lime; Kia-Ora Passionfruit; Kia-Ora Pineapple; and L.B.W.)

«8 delicious KIA-ORA thirst quenchers»
This vintage advertisement promotes a range of fruit juice cordials, emphasizing their refreshing taste and health benefits. The ad features images of happy consumers enjoying the drinks, along with descriptions of each flavor and its unique qualities. 8 delicious KIA-ORA thirst quenchers More, Mummy- I love 50-50 Really good for children... full of healthful vitamins! Kia-Ora ORANGE is a real refresher Try it yourself- every sip tells you why it's a 100% thirst quencher. Mmm, Kia-Ora LEMON'S fresh squeezed flavour Australia's best sun-ripened lemons, picked when they reach the peak of perfection. Gee- It's great! Kia-Ora FRUIT CUP Kids certainly go for it's delicious "fruit-salad" flavour. Good taste demands Kia-Ora LIME Made from the finest West Indian limes, from the Isle of Dominica. L.B.W. is a real health drink Drink Lemon and barley-for sparkling summer energy. My special. Kia Ora PASSIONFRUIT Make sure you have a bottle handy for every occasion. Oh boy! Kia-Ora PINEAPPLE Specially processed to retain all the natural flavour. Freshen up with Kia-Ora Fruit Juices... Every bottle makes 26 delicious drinks, simply by adding iced water! Place an order with your grocer or confectioner today
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Oct 2001: Answer Back and Death Row Records ads

«2PAC LETTER TO MY UNBORN THE OUTSTANDING NEW SINGLE 29TH OCTOBER»
- This advertisement promotes a voicemail service, allowing users to personalize their answer phone greetings with celebrity voices. The ad contains a list of celebrities and famous characters available for use as voicemail greetings, as well as instructions for setting up the service. - This is an advertisement for 2Pac's single 'Letter To My Unborn' due to be released on 29th October. The CD also features the video CD-ROM and the song 'Hell 4 A Hustler'.
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Oct 1986: British Sausages ad

(+Great British Breakfast)

«Wake up to the taste»
An advertisement promoting eating British sausages anytime, illustrated by a family eating breakfast with sausages. Wake up to the taste Start your day with a Great British Breakfast, with sausages of course. Anytime is British Sausage Time. Just right for healthy appetites.
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From America, Oct 1939: 1940 Plymouth ad from Plymouth (Chrysler Corporation) (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Steering Post Gear Shift and Sealed Beam Headlights)

«YOU NEVER SAW SUCH STYLE AND ROOM IN ANY LOW-PRICED CAR»
This is an advertisement for the 1940 Plymouth. It claims to offer style, room, and luxury in a low-priced car, with features like new sealed beam headlights, a bigger windshield, a spacious trunk, and a smooth ride. YOU NEVER SAW SUCH STYLE AND ROOM IN ANY LOW-PRICED CAR And never such luxury! The 1940 Plymouth is the low-priced beauty with the Luxury Ride! New Sealed Beam Headlights give 65% more road light...greater vision through bigger, new safety glass windshield, windows . . . huge, concealed trunk...and Steering Post Gear Shift standard on all models! THE 1940 PLYMOUTH is bigger all around... has brilliant new styling...the great Luxury Ride! Inside, outside, it's an all-time high in value! Step into this low-priced beauty. Notice the new spaciousness, the new richness of interior appointments. Take the wheel...enjoy the luxurious feel of the big Floating Power engine-Superfinished in vital parts for money-saving, long-life smoothness! Shifting is a luxury, too, with the new design transmission and clutch. And the big, precision-type hydraulic brakes have Superfinished drums. Oil filter is standard on all models. Running boards are optional. And above all, don't miss Plymouth's delightful Luxury Ride. PLYMOUTH DIVISION OF CHRYSLER CORPORATION. MAJOR BOWES' AMATEUR HOUR, COLUMBIA NETWORK, THURSDAYS, 9 TO 10 P. M., E. S. T.
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Oct 1982: Sound Machine ad from Philips

«Speaks volumes.»
This is a vintage advertisement for a portable stereo system. The ad highlights the stereo's capabilities, including its amplifier, tuner, cassette deck, and speaker system. Speaks volumes. Think of the Philips Sound Machine as a sound factory. On its shop floor is a pre-amp and power supply module capable of producing twenty watts of wideangle spatial stereo sound. Raw material is fed via a four-band tuner which has an automatic frequency control to ensure razor sharp FM stereo reception. Other data is channelled through a microprocessor and servo controlled stereo cassette deck with a three-motor drive unit. Wow and flutter is a mere 0.09 WRMS. The Signal-to-noise ratio is better than 60 dB. Production control of recording levels for each channel is through LED VU meters. As it is for tuning and battery levels. However, if you visit your local Philips stockist for a demonstration, it is only fair to warn you. You might well need to stand outside. The 20 watt Sound Machine.
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Oct 1928: Newspaper ad from Film Weekly

«The New FILM NEWSPAPER
Out to-day!»
An advertisement for a new film newspaper, highlighting features like photographs, fashions, fiction, news, and contributions from notable personalities. It promises up-to-the-minute news and views of events in the film world, along with criticism from competent critics. The newspaper aims to be the organ of the film public and help make better films. The New FILM NEWSPAPER Out to-day! The beauty, the fashions, the personalities, the news of the films and all they mean brought within the covers of a two- penny weekly newspaper! That is the “FILM WEEKLY.” Up-to-the-minute news and views of events in the film world. Fashions and faces, pictures and personalities. Criticism by competent and outspoken critics concerning every phase of film activity. All of interest to every man and woman will be mirrored within the covers of “FILM WEEKLY.” The “FILM WEEKLY” will be the organ of the great film public; the “FILM WEEKLY” will help to make BETTER FILMS. Photographs, Fashions, Fiction and News. FIRST ISSUE CONTAINS ARNOLD BENNETT’S first instalment of his great NEW STORY, “PICCADILLY.” SIR PHILIP GIBBS writes on “THE NEW STREET OF ADVENTURE.” JESSE L. LASKY The Vice-President of Famous Lasky explains “WHY STARS FALL.” G. A. ATKINSON The well-known B.B.C. Film Critic on— “FIVE MILLION LISTENERS WHO CAN’T REPLY.” CEDRIC BELFRAGE’S “HOLLYWOOD COCKTAILS.” Mme. TROLY-CURTIN whose reputation as a specialist in matters of feminine interest is world-wide, conducts a section of intimate interest to every woman, She writes on “What Venus Whispers” and “Fashions from Paris.” EXCLUSIVE PICTURES of new films, personalities and events from the London Studios, Hollywood, Paris, Berlin and Moscow. On Sale Everywhere To-day! AN ENGLISH NEWSPAPERS PUBLICATION FROM 112, STRAND, W.C.2
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Oct 1939: Marmite ad

«She soon picked up on MARMITE dishes»
An advert for the food spread Marmite, with the implication that it can help improve one's diet and appetite. The advert contains an image of a pot of marmite, as well as a testimonial from a nurse. She soon picked up on MARMITE dishes "Such a difficult patient she was-those nervy said Nurse cases always are - didn't fancy this and couldn't bear that. Then I tried her with a cup of clear Marmite soup. She simply couldn't resist the flavour. Doctor said the Vitamin B was just what she needed. Isn't it lucky that Marmite is so nice and appetising?" There's a wealth of valuable nutrition in all Marmite dishes-not only for invalids and convalescents but for those who want to avoid illness altogether. For the Vitamin B in Marmite, the concentrated yeast food extract, helps you to resist infec- tions, improves digestion and bene- fits the nervous system. Marmite is sold by Grocers and Stores. goes a long way and definitely does you good Sold in Jars and Cubes.
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Oct 1929: Bananas ad from Fyffes

«You will know the best Bananas by the Blue Label»
This is an advertisement for bananas. It features a bunch of bananas and a description of the company's quality. You will know the best Bananas by the Blue Label The best bananas; with the true flavour; the bananas which are all food; properly ripened and properly conditioned, have Fyffes Blue Label on the "hand." Insist on the Blue Label. It is your guarantee. ELDERS & FYFFES LTD.
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Oct 1972: Suit ad from John Temple

(+Casualwear and Raincoat)

«Knockout!»
This is a vintage advertisement for men's clothing. A smartly dressed man in a suit and tie has his arm around a woman. The advertisement highlights the affordability of a complete wardrobe through a payment plan. Knockout! 24-MONTH TEMPLEPLAN Suit: cash price £18.90 Raincoat: cash price £10.90 Casualwear: cash price £11.90 Deposit £2.00 23 Monthly payments £2.00 Total purchase price £48.00 A COMPLETE WARDROBE FOR AROUND £2 A MONTH John Temple's latest in a wide range of styles. Two-piece made-to-measure, and only £18.90. Wide lapels, trousers with trendy turn-ups. It's a knockout! Other stylish suits from £17.50. Choose too from the fabulous new "Oh Boy" Boutique collection. With up to 24 months to pay, you can afford to make it a complete wardrobe - a suit, "Oh Boy" casualwear and even a raincoat. The choice is yours - TemplePlan, cash or Barclaycard. SEE THE GREAT NEW“OH BOY"BOUTIQUE RANGE AT
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Oct 1959: Cadbury's and National Hospital Service Reserve ads

«CONCUSSION!»
- An advertisement for Bournvita, showing a woman soothing a man with a cup of it, and an advertisement for spare-time courses in first aid and home nursing. - An advertisement for first aid courses, explaining what to do in case of concussion and encouraging people to join local classes in first aid and home nursing.
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From America, Oct 1950: Family Theatre Television ad from Crosley (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Television; Refrigerators; Freezers; Sinks; Garbage Disposers; Radios; Electric Ranges; Electric Water Heaters; and Steel Kitchen Cabinets)

«CROSLEY Full Room Vision»
This is an advertisement for a television with a wide viewing angle screen. It also mentions other home appliances. CROSLEY Full Room Vision ... wherever you sit you can see Ends “Huddle-System” viewing... thrills you with clear big pictures—from the widest viewing angle! Wherever you care to sit is the best seat with the '51 Crosley! There's no cramping or squeezing, no scrambling for position or huddling of chairs “out front” when your family—all of you—enjoy Full Room Vision with Crosley Family Theatre TV! With the new Crosley Family Theatre Screen* contoured like the proscenium arch of a theatre, you get the widest viewing angle, so your family can all see the clear, BIG pictures. . . in the fullest comfort. With the new Super-powered Circuit there's plenty of power for Crosley's 16, 17, and 19-inch picture tubes. With the new Crosley Precision Contrast Control you get the exact degree of picture blackness or whiteness you desire. With the Crosley Unituner you enjoy quick, easy tuning... and freedom from inter-channel interference. With the patented, Built-in Crosley Automatic Dual Antenna, you have a supersensitive high and low channel aerial that is fully directional and completely automatic! With twenty 1951 Crosley Models you're sure to find the console or table model you wish . . . traditional or modern . . . in mahogany, walnut or blond wood veneers. See them... at your Crosley Dealer's... TODAY! *Pat. Pending
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Sep 1987: Album ad from Pet Shop Boys

«Pet Shop Boys, actually.»
A portrait of a musical duo in formal attire. One member is stoic, the other is yawning. The picture is a portrait promoting an album. Pet Shop Boys, actually.
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Oct 1988: Quosh Whole Orange Drink ad from Asda

«Asda price. The legend lives on.»
This vintage advertisement features a bottle of Quosh Whole Orange Drink on sale at Asda for 49 pence, crossed out from the original price of 67 pence. The ad promotes Asda's low prices and encourages shoppers to look for the 'Asda Price' logo for savings. Asda price. The legend lives on. Our legendary low prices have made us the best value superstore in Britain. So look out for the 'Asda Price' logo. You'll find great savings right across the store. One trip and you're laughing. Access, Visa and Barclays Connect welcome in every department at all stores. All products reduced in price have been on sale at Asda Nottingham at the previous price shown, but not necessarily for a period of 28 days within the last 6 months. All products subject to availability.
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Oct 1990: M.C. Hammer; Elton John, and P.I.L. ads

«don't ask me»
- This image showcases three song lyric advertisements: P.I.L's 'Don't Ask Me', Elton John's 'You Gotta Love Someone', and advertises MC Hammer's 'Hammer Time' video. It features many dance routines and footage from 'Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em' - This is an advertisement presenting the lyrics to Elton John's song 'You Gotta Love Someone'. - An advertisement for a P.I.L. song. Featuring the lyrics from 'Don't Ask Me'.
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Sep 1975: Trouser Suit ad from C&A

(+Shirt Style Dress)

«I know what I like. And I know where to get it.»
This is a vintage advertisement showcasing fashion from C&A, highlighting a three-piece trouser suit and a shirt-style dress. The text describes the quality and new designs of the fashion. I know what I like. And I know where to get it. C&A is where a clever woman finds all that's good and new in fashion. In a quality that's amazing at the price. For instance the dramatically different 'space-dye'look, giving new colour ways with brown, navy, green, black. STYLE Three-piece trouser suit and shirt style dress in space- dyed Crimplene SIZE 12-24 SIZE 12-24 INCE £12.95 INCE £10-95 Registered C&A, BROADMEAD, 32-40 Penn Street, BRISTOL - OPEN SIX FULL DAYS A WEEK 6
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From America, Oct 1971: XL-100 Color TV ad from Rca (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+AccuColor TV; AccuCircuit Modules; and Black Matrix Picture Tube)

«RCA announces XL-100. With circuitry designed for extended life!»
An advertisement for a color television, highlighting its advanced technology, ease of use, and reliability. The ad emphasizes the vivid color, sound quality, and extended life, offering a range of models to fit different budgets and needs. It also showcases a warranty program for peace of mind. RCA announces XL-100. With circuitry designed for extended life! Still watching black & white TV? RCA makes it a WHOLE NEW BALLGAME! RCA's XL-100 is 100% Solid State AccuColor® XL-100 is made to last. We've eliminated all chassis tubes-prime reasons for service calls-and replaced them with solid state circuitry designed to perform longer with fewer repairs. Here are color sets you can count on...and they're backed by the best warranty program ever! Each set is built with 12 exclusive plug-in AccuCircuit modules. These AccuCircuits control most set functions, so most repairs can be done in your home more quickly and easily. Brightest, sharpest color in RCA history. Every XL-100 console and table model has RCA's black matrix picture tube for vivid lifelike color. You get color that won't shift or fade even after hours of continuous viewing. And you get that vivid color and sound the instant you turn the set on. The tuning's a snap. XL-100's advanced tuning system makes color tuning virtually fool-proof! Even if the kids twiddle with the color dials, you just press a button and beautiful color snaps back, because XL-100 features AccuMatic, RCA's automatic color monitor that locks color within a normal range. Priced right for every budget. With over 40 models to choose from, there's an XL-100 that's just right for your place. And your budget. See them today, and start enjoying all the fun of color TV built to last! Backed by RCA's Purchaser Satisfaction warranty! Here are the basic provisions of our XL-100 “Purchaser Satisfaction” warranty (“PS” for short): If anything goes wrong with your new set within a year from the day you buy it, and it’s our fault, we’ll pay your...
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Oct 1943: Radio Programme Schedule ad from BBC Radio

(+War Commentary; Chief Inspector French's Cases; The Charlie McCarthy Programme; Rocky Mountain Rhythm; These You Have Loved; Irish Half-Hour; Music of Scotland; Gramophone Records; Piano Music; Music While You Work; Miscellany, and more)
A radio schedule for the Forces in November. It includes a variety of music, news, comedy, and drama programming. A patriotic message is also featured: 'We shall remember the Fifth of November'. FRIDAY for the Forces RADIO TIMES ISSUE DATED OCTOBER 29 NOVEMBER 5 6.30 a.m. REVEILLE!' 296.1 m. 1013 kc/s Cheerful gramophone records 7.0 Time, Big Ben: NEWS Programme summary 7.15 JOHN MADIN at the organ of the Granada, Tooting 7.35 TOMMY DORSEY and his Orchestra (recording) 8.0 Time, Greenwich: NEWS Programme Parade 8.15 THE KITCHEN FRONT Try Something New: Sweets instead of Fireworks, by Hilda Whitlow 8.20 MUSIC OF SCOTLAND Kathleen Moore (soprano) and Elliot Dobie (baritone). At the piano, Andrew Bryson. Helen Drever pro- vides the introduction 8.50 JOHN HOWLETT at the organ of the Granada, Tooting 9.10 PIANO MUSIC played by Joan Baker List Mortify us by thy grace Bach Rummel Les ffûtes Detesch Craxton Study in D flat. Study, Op. 10, No. 3; Waltz, Op. 64, Chopin No. 2 9.30 IVY BENSON and her Girls Band 10.5 CHARLES ERNESCO SEXTET The Sheik of Araby Snyder Tonight my heart will sing Rosen Waltzes by Joyce Dinah Akst My Prayer Boulanger Serenade to a Dream Fuertes Evans Lady of Spain 10.30 MUSIC WHILE YOU WORK Howard Baker and his Band 11.0 Time, Big Ben MUSIC-MAKERS' Records of Jerome Kern's compo- sitions 11.40 GORDON BANNER at the organ of the Odeon Theatre, Manchester 12.0 P.M. BRIGHOUSE AND RASTRICK BAND Conductor, Fred Berry Patrol: The British Grenadiers Stanford Robinson Selection: Old and New arr. Ord Hume Cornet duet: The Marionettes Windsor (Soloists, F. J. Roberts and C. Westerby) March: Twentieth Century Ord Hume Selection: H.M.S. Pinafore Sullivan 12.30 Time, Greenwich BREAK FOR MUSIC ENSA concert for war-workers from a factory canteen. Harry Leader and his Band. Guest artist, Norman Long 1.0 Time, Greenwich: NEWS 342.1 m. 877 kc/s 1.15 WAR COMMENTARY Recording of last night's broadcast 1.30 JOE LOSS and his Orchestra, with Elizabeth Batey, Pat...
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Sep 1959: Milk ad from Unknown

«'Must drinka pinta' he said»
A black and white image of a truck driver taking a break and enjoying a pint of milk. The advert promotes the benefits of milk for drivers, highlighting its nutritional value and ability to keep the head clear, especially on long trunk runs. 'Must drinka pinta' he said There'd been mist on the Peak that morning, the lorry-driver said. Dangerous driving unless you knew the road. When the mist lifted he and the man behind him had pulled in at a lay-by. 'As a matter of fact,' he said, 'I shared my milk with him. He needed it, poor devil. He had three back-seat drivers in the car with him.' You'll find that lorry-drivers speak of milk respectfully. As an occupational food. Milk's a meal in itself, they tell you. Easy to digest. Kills the fumes. Keeps your head clear. 'Oh, yes. You have to have milk,' they say. 'Especially on the trunk run.' (That's the night run.) The lorry-driver lifted his pint glass, and drained it. 'Don't know what you think these lorries run on,' he said, 'but I know I drive on milk!' Drink a pint of milk a day
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Oct 1929: Simplex Typewriter ad from Gamages

(+Complete Radio Set; The "Sandy" Yankee Tank; Whippet Tank; Demon Tractor; Combined Electric Magic Lantern and Hand Lamp; Tapping Key; Handy Morse Practice Set; Handy Practice Buzzer; The "Sculler Champion", and more)

«Gamages. The Boys' Own Store»
An advert for boys' toys and games. Products include tanks, a radio set, a typewriter, a sculler model, an electric lantern and hand lamp, a tapping key, a morse practice set, a buzzer, and books. Gamages. The Boys' Own Store FOOTBALL! All your Soccer and Rugger wants sup- plied by GAMAGES. Write for the Gamage Book of Football. Because the dark evenings are here this page is particularly interesting. This month we feature several things which will make your Winter evenings amusing and instructive. Nowhere else can you get such an amazing variety of Toys and Models, as you can at Gamages- the World's Greatest Boys' Store. Has both strength and weight, will climb hills and high obstructions. Built with positive action caterpillar belt drive and wheels with non-slip device. Powerful motor, easily and quickly wound up by lever key which fits into hole on motor shaft, equipped with start and stop lever. Made of heavy metal. Size 14 in. long, 61 in. wide, 41 in. high. Post Free. At the price you can easily afford. The World-Famous Brownie Crystal Set. Com- plete with Headphones and Aerial Outfit. The Set complete Post Free. Extra Headphones 5/6 a pair. Set only 10/6 Special 5XX Daventry Coil for same, 2/9 extra. We stock all Hornby Train and Meccano Parts and send them i Carriage Paid to any Station U.K. Four Models: All useful They print standard characters from rubber type. Many are used for business and professional needs. prints 36 characters on paper or card 5 in. wide, any length. Specimen of writing:- ABC-XYZ 123-0.. prints 42 characters on paper or card 6 in. wide, any length. Specimen of writing:- A-Z 0-9 .,?&-£ prints 68 characters (Capitals and small type) on paper or card, 6 in. wide, any length. Specimen of writing:- AB-YZ 1234-0 ab-yz..?&-£ prints 72 characters (Capitals and small type) on standard business paper, 8 in. wide, any length. Specimen:- A-Za-z 0-9.,?-&/;' $£ Extra Ink 9d. per tube. Postage under 20/-extra. With your own Laboratory...
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Oct 1978: Freezers ad from Zanussi

(+Fridge Freezers)

«When your freezer eats less, your family eats more.»
An advertisement promotes Zanussi freezers, highlighting their efficiency and cost-effectiveness. It compares the annual running cost of a Zanussi 7 cu. ft. freezer to a standard model. The advert mentions features such as Roll-bond system and high-density insulation. It offers a guarantee and mentions a network of service agents. When your freezer eats less, your family eats more. SUNDAY MIRROR. October 15, 1978 PAGE 31 Secondly, unlike the old serpentine system, Roll-bond allows a Zanussi to have removable drawers. Which is handy if you want to freeze the odd side of lamb. And thirdly, it's more reliable because it has fewer joints. All but the smallest freezers have fitted drawer fronts. So you don't lose all that expensive cold air the moment you open the freezer door. The drawer fronts, the Roll-bond system and the insulation make for a very efficient freezer. Because of this a Zanussi motor, which is remarkably frugal with electricity anyway, is only switched on 30% of the time, compared to 45% in less well made freezers. Which is why they're cheaper to run. There are fifteen Zanussi freezers and fridge freezers to choose from. Unlike some fridge freezers ours all have a four star freezer compartment. Which means you can freeze food from scratch, instead of relying on pre-frozen food all the time. Every one is covered by a twelve month parts and labour guarantee. We also offer low cost insurance, to cover you once the guarantee has expired. And should anything go wrong, we have a network of 103 service agents around the country. By now, we hope you look upon our freezers and fridge freezers as the most efficient and reliable you can buy. Should you invest in one, you can be sure it won't eat you out of house and home. Efficiency and reliability in your kitchen. With electricity the price it is nowdays you can't afford to plug in a freezer or a fridge freezer and forget about it. Twenty four hours a day it's consuming money, which could be better spent...
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